Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA · private nonprofit · 7,304 undergraduates
Carnegie Mellon University is a private nonprofit university in Pittsburgh, PA with very selective admissions, admitting about 12% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
12%
SAT (middle 50%)
1500–1570
ACT (middle 50%)
34–35
Avg net price
$31,944/yr
sticker $83,654
Graduation rate
94%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
7,304
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What is Carnegie Mellon University's acceptance rate?
Carnegie Mellon University has an acceptance rate of about 12%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Carnegie Mellon University?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Carnegie Mellon University scored between 1500–1570 on the SAT (ACT 34–35).
How much does Carnegie Mellon University cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $31,944 per year at Carnegie Mellon University after financial aid, versus a published cost of $83,654.
What is the graduation rate at Carnegie Mellon University?
About 94% of students at Carnegie Mellon University graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.